Although best known for being home to the annual Venice International Film Festival, Lido di Venezia is much more than that — a little treasure trove of unexpected wonders, perfect for a day at the beach.
The Murazzi
Walking along the beach between Ca’ Bianca and the Alberoni area, you will notice an imposing dam conceived by the Venetians back in the 1700s to defend the banks from erosion.
Granviale Santa Maria Elisabetta
The main street of Lido leads from the vaporetto landing stage to the beaches — a relaxing walk, perhaps with a good ice cream along the way.
Cycling from Lido to Pellestrina and Malamocco
Take a bike tour to Pellestrina island for more tranquility, or stroll through Malamocco, the oldest part of the city, where the government of the Serenissima once had its seat.
Church of San Nicòlo and the Jewish Cemetery
The Church of San Nicòlo hosts the mass following the Sposalizio del Mare each May, while the Lido is also home to one of the oldest Jewish cemeteries in Europe.
